Activities Assistant

StoneBridge Senior Living • Maryland Heights, MO

5d

About The Position

The Activities Assistant works with the Life Enrichment Director to implement programs that support residents’ interests, purposes, and social needs. The role includes helping residents participate in programs and outings, supporting their individual needs and preferences, and contributing to a welcoming and social community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; listed as preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to express oneself adequately in written and oral communication and communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, and staff.
• Outgoing and friendly personality; enjoys socializing.
• If operating transportation vehicles, a current chauffeur’s license is required, if applicable.
• If operating transportation vehicles, a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification; one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement assigned life enrichment programs to meet residents’ functional levels, needs, and interests.
• Honor residents’ individual needs and preferences, and communicate changes, requests, and interests to the Director of Life Enrichment.
• Assist residents to and from scheduled life enrichment programs and outings.
• Maintain good rapport with family members and encourage family support in programs.
• Assist residents during meals and snacks, encouraging socialization.
• Complete timely records of residents’ attendance and participation in individual and group activities.
• Provide input to assessments and evaluations of residents’ participation when requested.
• Communicate residents’ concerns and responses to interventions to the immediate supervisor.
• Support residents’ individual needs, preferences, customary routines, concerns, and choices.
• Assist individual volunteers and volunteer programs at the request of the Life Enrichment Director.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living that arise during planned activities, such as toileting or eating and drinking.
• Participate in long-term care surveys, regulatory processes, and accreditation.

Benefits

• Paid time off options.
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Bonus opportunities and employee recognition.
• Up to six paid holidays per year and/or double-time opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED